Equity Bank Injects KSh 25 Million into Kenya National Drama and Film Festival
The Kenya National Drama and Film Festival has received a significant boost after Equity Bank pledged KSh 25 million to support the 2025 edition of the event. This funding will enhance activities at the national, regional, county, and sub-county levels, ensuring the success of the festival.
Equity Bank's sponsorship will cover awards for outstanding schools, trainers, and participants through certificates, trophies, and cash prizes. Themed "Liberating Technology to Nurture Talent While Inculcating Value for Social Prosperity," this year’s festival is scheduled to take place in Nakuru in April.
Speaking during the partnership launch at Muhuri Muchiri High School in Ruai, Nairobi, Nelson Sifuna, Head of the Directorate of Field Coordination and Co-Curricular Activities at the Ministry of Education, commended Equity Bank’s grassroots support. He highlighted the festival's role in shaping future leaders and creatives, citing notable alumni like comedian Walter Mongare, Dagoretti South MP John Kiarie, and former Kakamega Senator Cleophas Malala.
“While many sponsors focus on national-level events, Equity Bank’s commitment from the grassroots demonstrates true dedication to nurturing talent,” Sifuna noted.
Equity Bank Kenya Managing Director Moses Nyabanda emphasized the festival’s importance in developing creativity, self-expression, and life skills among young people.
“At Equity Bank, we believe education is the cornerstone of societal transformation. Our support for the Kenya National Drama and Film Festival reflects our commitment to empowering youth through talent development and entrepreneurship,” Nyabanda said.
He outlined three pillars of Equity’s partnership with the Ministry of Education:
Promoting Creativity and Talent Development: Celebrating Kenya’s cultural diversity and creativity.
Monetizing Talent and Fostering Entrepreneurship: Helping creatives turn their passion into sustainable enterprises.
Rewarding Excellence: Offering KSh 25 million to support the festival and sponsoring 16 Equity genres under the theme "Transforming Lives, Giving Dignity, and Expanding Opportunities for Wealth Creation."
With this partnership, the festival aims to inspire the next generation of creatives while promoting social and economic growth through the arts.
